A: Enamored by the anatomy and function of the heart in my first year of medical school, I was drawn to the field of cardiology. Once immersed in my clinical rotations, I had a taste of the surgical lifestyle; the fast-paced environment and personal gratification of making a difference in the health and lifestyle of patients. Urology became my passion and the field of medical specialty I wanted to practice. I admired the different facets of the medical arena from urinary cancers, kidney stones, urinary problems, infertility and sexual function.

A: Being able to provide expertise and personalized care, which is much appreciated by patients, their families and referring physicians. I enjoy spending time with patients educating on their diagnosis and treatment plan options while addressing questions and concerns. I believe giving the patient genuine, compassionate and honest reassurance in their most vulnerable moments is ultimately the most fulfilling feeling any doctor can ask for.

Q: What do you do when you are not practicing medicine?

A: In my free time, I’m an amateur guitarist and keyboard player, with a passion for salsa dancing. I’m multilingual and fluent in English, French and Arabic. I proudly donate my time and expertise serving on medical mission trips to Africa and South America.

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Bassem Eldaif, MD, FACS

Where you’re based: Melbourne/Viera

Education: Undergraduate Degree from Emory University, Atlanta; Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina; Fellowship in Neurology Research and Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Assisted-Surgeries.

Professional background: Bassem Eldaif, MD, is a board-certified urologist practicing medicine in Melbourne since 2012. He recently founded the Center for Advanced Urology & Robotics to provide specialized urologic care to patients in Brevard County and the central Florida region. Prior to founding the center, Dr. Eldaif was an attending staff at the Cleveland Clinic in south Florida. He then served as Clinical Director of Robotic Surgery at Excela Health System in the greater Pittsburgh area, and most recently attending staff at Wuesthoff Health System.

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